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Description

AMDA College of the Performing Arts is one of the foremost performing arts colleges in the country with campuses in Los Angeles and New York City. The school offers Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree programs in Acting, Musical Theatre, Dance Theatre and Performing Arts, as well as Graduate Degree programs and two-year Conservatory Certificate programs. 

AMDA is seeking passionate, student-centered, and highly qualified part-time adjunct instructors to teach undergraduate Original Content Creation & Entertainment Media Studies courses. Faculty members at AMDA are responsible for providing highly effective instruction through well-prepared classes, relevant assignments, fair and holistic assessment of learning, clear documentation of student progress, and support of academic success for all students. 

AMDA is seeking instructors with experience in creating original work in both digital and performing arts mediums (writing, music, choreography, directing, filmmaking, etc.) Applicants must possess the ability to support students in discovering themselves as creators, writers, choreographers, directors, filmmakers, producers, and more, and in empowering students in their unique voice, identity, and perspective as artists and within their work. Applicants should be able to offer creative exercises, practices, research, discussions and feedback within process, and provide a safe, encouraging and inspiring environment. 

Additionally, those with experience in entrepreneurship, producing, and communications/marketing in relation to the entertainment industry should specify relevant experience with their submission. 

AMDA is currently looking to fulfill positions for the following courses:

Idea Origination   

Creative exercises, guided prompts, structured improv, media intake and collaborative discussion lead students through various ways of generating ideas that excite and ignite. Once ideas are formed, students are provided the tools to document and retain their creative impulses for further exploration and development.     

Introduction to Contemporary Media Industry   

This seminar-style course explores where entertainment media is found, how it is being consumed and the influence it carries. Within this process, students investigate how and where the content they create can have a platform and the processes by which content creators are collaborating with entertainment media entities.    

Concept Development and Organization 

Within this course, students transform original ideas into a more formalized structure of storytelling (one-act, song, choreography, spoken word, etc.) Students are guided through the process of creating a vision board, step outline, generating supporting materials, engaging collaborators, verbal and written articulation, and developing a visual sample and project pitch.    

Applicants should be strongly committed to excellence in teaching, honed from personal performing and content creation experience on a professional level and pedagogy of teaching at a college level. 

Faculty Responsibilities Include: 

• Providing instruction in accordance with established curricula, course outlines, and class schedules 
• Creating and maintaining an environment which emphasizes learning, encourages free discussion of ideas and critical thinking 
• Providing a learning vehicle for diversity and inclusion content 
• Evaluating progress of students concerning educational matters and assessing student work 
• Maintaining appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics 
• Maintaining current knowledge in the subject matter areas 
• Fulfilling professional responsibilities of a part-time adjunct faculty member 
• Maintaining accurate academic records 
• Performing other related duties as assigned 

Required Professional Expertise: 

• AMDA differentiates itself from other performing arts colleges by having students learn from "working faculty". Applicants must have experience within the Performing Arts industry. 
• A minimum of three years of teaching in the related field in a post-secondary setting 
• Experience with innovative teaching methodologies that focus on creating an engaging, student-centered learning environment 
• Currency and depth of knowledge in the applicable field 
• Knowledge of and commitment to teaching strategies and practices that enhance student success at higher education institutions, including effective use of technology 
• Excellent oral/written communication skills and interpersonal skills 
• Commitment to academic excellence, exceptional service and providing a dynamic climate for life-long learning 
• Successful candidates will be able to apply their discipline expertise in a manner/context that is relevant to emerging performing artists 

Academic Credentials: 

• BFA required/Master's Degree or higher (preferred) / or comparable educational or professional experience. 
• Applicants with performing, creating, entrepreneurship, and/or teaching resumes are encouraged to submit all.  
• Please indicate equipment with which you have a working knowledge. Include software and social media with which you are proficient. 

Diversity and Qualifications: 

• Successful candidates will have a sensitivity to, and understanding of, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of our students, including disabilities that may affect students' learning styles. 
• AMDA is fully committed to diversity, inclusivity, and equity throughout the teaching and learning process. We encourage applications from individuals who have extensive experience working with students from diverse backgrounds. 
• Instructors who are members of traditionally underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. 

COVID19 Vaccine Policy:

AMDA has a mandatory COVID-19 vaccine policy for all employees who will be working on campus.  

For information regarding requests for religious or medical accommodations, please contact the Human Resources Department at [email protected]  

AMDA is proud to be an EOE employer M/F/D/V.  

The pay range for this position is $35/hr - $50/hr

For administrative and tasks assigned or volunteered outside of classroom teaching hours will be paid at a standard hourly rate of $25.